About this project

You are invited to participate in the creation of something unique and magical.

We are Gemini and Scorpio (@gemini_scorpio), creators of immersive themed costume events with live entertainment and editors of a weekly underground NYC events list. More on G&S is in our bio below, if you've not heard of us -- but we hope you have: from our events, which have ranged from Brooklyn warehouses to Lincoln Center; from the NYC creative types, whether artists, performers or burners; or from our many press accolades -- from The New York Times and New York Magazine to TimeOut and The Village Voice.

What Gemini & Scorpio parties look like

In our 10 years of creating events, publishing the list, and being in the overlapping communities of producers and performers, the one consistent issue we've encountered in NYC is lack of affordable arts space. When cities have large cheap spaces, the arts thrive. But when all available spaces are turned into luxury condos, artisanal cocktail bars, and bottle service clubs, the makers of alternative, artistic culture have nowhere to go. We could count on one hand the number of remaining functioning underground arts spaces in NYC.

We'd been looking for the perfect spot for nearly four years. When we walked into this one, we knew right away this was home. And with G&S turning ten years old on Feb 14, 2013, we knew this was the time.

The G&S Loft with daylight streaming through skylights and roof door

Here is a location we can finally use for all those events that are vital to building community but don't generate much income, created by us or others: all-ages brunches with live music and dancing, theatrical performances, art shows, benefits for causes/artists/communities, talks on curious topics, hands-on artistic experiences, costume sales, dinner parties, movie nights on our giant roof, music showcases, activist gatherings, art & science lectures, yoga/dance/capoeira/acro classes… Many of these types of events have already taken place here over the last year, and more keep getting booked all the time. The loft is also where we can focus on elevating the experience of our own immersive themed parties, instead of wasting time on venue hunting.

Images from some events that have already happened at the loft in the last year

We make a big effort to keep the prices of G&S events affordable while paying all our artists, as we believe the arts should be both accessible and sustainable. Of course this means that there isn't much money for us to create as complete a transformation of the space as we would like. We hope you, our community, both artists and arts lovers, will join us in building a new home for what we do, so we can continue to protect and present the arts, grow audiences, and make magic happen -- together.

The G&S Loft set up as a fairy forest for an immersive production of Midsummer Night's Dream earlier this year

WHERE YOUR MONEY IS GOING G&S has already invested close to $30,000 in the space: demolition, trash removal, insulation, finished floors in parts of the space, partial sanding of the floor in main event area, building of multiple rooms and bathrooms, partial electric & plumbing, new window installation, etc.

As you can see, even this total is greater than our asking goal -- and that's not yet factoring in professional sound and lights, kitchen and office buildout, and of course ongoing venue decor improvements, which easily adds up to another $30k. In the future, we even hope to look into putting solar panels, an apiary, and possibly even a small farm on our 3,000sq ft roof. The more we can raise, the better we can make the space, faster.

We've been working on the loft bit by bit almost every day for the last year, but the financial reality of the space hasn't allowed us to pause long enough to make real change happen -- and whatever savings we'd put aside for the project have long been spent. With this campaign's financial boost, we'll finally be able to do the big renovation. The current plan is to go dark in July-August, and return, sparkly and new, in the fall.

The back half of the loft after demolition: we'd knocked down an office and bathroom, and stripped down walls.

We need your help, community. For 10 years now, G&S has been bringing together the arts and the audience: getting artists paid and known for their work while giving audiences one-of-a-kind nightlife experiences. This space will enable us to do more (and better) of the same, and we hope that you will support our mission, whether you may benefit as performer or guest, or simply get joy as an arts supporter. Thank you.

REWARDSThe rewards you see here represent just a small fraction of the community we have supported over the years (the artists who've performed at our parties, the producers whose events we list in our newsletter, etc) and hope to continue to support via the space. Follow these generous and talented people's links to learn more about the magic they create. Now, for some additional info...

BUNDLES: - The $5 reward (thank you card, backer updates, etc) and the $15 reward (music download bundle) are included with ALL donations above those amounts, respectively, and the $75 Champagne "Thank You" Gala ticket is included with all rewards over $200.

- Everyone who supports at the $75 level and above is entitled to request a secret G&S token, redeemable for future happenings not open to general public. The only way to get these is in person from us at any 2013 G&S party or at the Champagne "Thank You" Gala. Find Miss Scorpio, or ask the door people or bartender. And then stay tuned to the mailing list: http://www.geminiandscorpio.com/subscribe.html

- The Black and White Ball posters ($35-40) and Masquerade Macabre flasks ($40-45) can be added on to ANY reward level. Just add the correct amount, depending on whether you're in the US or not, to whatever pledge you're making, and let us know you what you're adding when filling out the reward survey after the campaign.

- Custom packages can be made from any available (not sold out) rewards. Drop us a note, and we'll put one together just for you.

BONUS:
ALL campaign backers get FREE VIP preview access to our 6/2 fundraising Goldmine! shopping party ($10 value), where you can shop the closets of Miss Scorpio and burlesque star Veronica Varlow, plus fabulous others. Other backer-only perks will come after the campaign ends, so don't miss your chance to be in this special group.

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Our totally awesome roof

MORE ON GEMINI AND SCORPIOG&S parties have become legendary, from wild circus throwdowns to dazzling vintage dance socials to one-of-a-kind Russian baths bashes. The events are often marked by offbeat themes, fantastic costumes, mind-blowing music, burlesque and circus performances, unique art and decor, and wild dancing into the morning. They've been written up in The New York Times, NY Post, The Village Voice, TimeOut NY, Flavorpill, Brooklyn Based, and many others, but amNY put it best in their "Nightlife Trends 2011" - "Expect a setting that’s both festive and whimsical, featuring art installations, roving performers, cheap drinks and DJ sets that run late into the night. Guests dress to the nines, whatever the theme: steampunk glamour, circus riot, faux fur or neon bling."

G&S is unique in bridging the underground and high-culture worlds: we've thrown warehouse parties and presented at Lincoln Center, staged secret speakeasies and been written up in every major press outlet, planned semi-illegal outings and been hired by the likes of BBC America to curate high-end events.

In addition to our events, G&S has been running the second-largest non-commercial New York City events list for almost ten years, spreading the word on underground happenings you'd otherwise never hear about. The list has been coming out every Friday, year-round, for a decade. The best way to find out what we're up to is to get on it: http://www.geminiandscorpio.com/subscribe.html

OTHER WAYS TO HELP: MATERIALSThe more money we can save on these, the more we can invest in other parts of the space. Here's a rough list of what we're looking for:

$100 hand silkscreened print of Molly Crabapple's "Utopia in Our Time" SOLD OUT

$225 Secret key to the 13 Portals SOLD OUT

$240 photoshoot with and naming rights to our carousel horse. SOLD OUT.

$250 The Parlour Trick singing ouija board and music download SOLD OUT

$250 Antarctica artist's proof by DJ Spooky.

Risks and challenges

Construction projects notoriously take more time and money than you allot in advance. This is why we've waited a year to even ask for help: to make sure we have a plan and know that we can do this. What we've accomplished on our own in that time is taking the loft from a raw warehouse to a functional, if still in-progress, arts space. The next steps are planned out and budgeted; all we're missing is the finances to allow us to close down production and focus on renovation. With your support, we can do this. We will keep all backers updated of our progress with posts and photos via the Kickstarter site, and via the G&S mailing list: http://www.geminiandscorpio.com/subscribe.html

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DOWNLOAD of The Hot Sardines' album Shanghai'd. Their sound – wartime Paris via New Orleans, or the other way around – is steeped in hot jazz, salty stride piano, and the kind of music Louis Armstrong, Django Reinhardt and Waller used to make: straight-up, foot-stomping jazz. (Literally – the band includes a tap dancer whose feet count as two members of the rhythm section). http://hotsardines.com

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MUSIC CD of Electric Junkyard Gamelan's album Life on Marz. The band plays the original music of composer Terry Dame on her own self-invented musical instruments. Hypnotizing melodies float over syncopated strings, funky bass lines and layers of interlocking percussion. http://www.terrydame.com/tdame_ejg.html

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"How to get crunk" IMPROV DANCE WORKSHOP at The Windmill Factory in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, taught by Jon Morris exclusively for our Kickstarter backers. Learn skillz to WOW the club, the party, or your lover in the closet. Jon has taught master classes at multiple Ivy League universities and workshops across the US and Europe. He has performed and created with Cirque du Soleil, The Guthrie Theatre, The MET, and many more. Class date will be coordinated with backers. http://www.jonmorris.biz

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A hand-written thanks on a randomly selected G&S POSTCARD from our last 10 years of parties, mailed to your home, anywhere in the world. Plus, a DOWNLOAD of Sxip Shirey's album Sonic NY.

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A one-card TAROT reading by one of our favorite readers, Marcy Currier, over email or phone. http://www.metamarcy.com

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Hand silkscreened UNDIES. In a glow-in-the-dark AND blacklight responsive water-based ink, a detailed design of a row of x-rayed teeth goes down the front & onto the crotch of black American Apparel cotton spandex hot shorts. By artist Melissa Dowell. This is the last print run of these that's going to be made. http://www.etsy.com/listing/88030022/vagina-dentata-glow-in-the-dark

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Admission for you and a friend to a ROOFTOP MOVIE NIGHT at the loft. We'll pick the movie together - likely something geeky or a summer classic. And make popcorn, too. (If you'd like to have a private movie night just for your friends, we have a $600 reward that is good for up to 60 people.)

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A $50 SHOPPING SPREE at Escape Pod Comics, a new comic shop in Huntington, Long Island that caters to all tastes. (You must go to the shop to use this reward, no online orders.) http://www.escapepodcomics.com

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TWO TICKETS to any Morbid Anatomy lecture at the Observatory in Brooklyn. Plus a Morbid Anatomy TOTE BAG. http://morbidanatomy.blogspot.com

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Admission for you and a friend to a ROOFTOP MOVIE NIGHT (#2) at the loft. We'll pick the movie together - likely something geeky or a summer classic. And make popcorn, too. (If you'd like to have a private movie night just for your friends, we have a $600 reward that is good for up to 60 people.)

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"The F-Word" BOOK, signed & inscribed for you or person of your choice by author Jesse Sheidlower: the complete story of the word still considered the most vulgar utterance in the English language, with foreword by Lewis Black. http://www.jessesword.com/fword

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A Venetian-inspired POSTER illustrated by artist Yao Xiao and designed by Miss Scorpio for our New Year's Eve 2013 party, The Black and White Masked Ball. These posters will be printed exclusively for Kickstarter backers. 11"x17" on heavyweight paper. http://www.yaoxiaoart.com

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From Vice Merchants, a Full/Queen 400 thread count egyptian cotton set of TWO PILLOW CASES in your choice of naughty-but-arty pattern. Http://www.vicemerchants.com

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A beginner AERIAL CLASS with Kae Burke - first-timers welcome. Class is every Thursday 6-7pm at Sky Box at House of Yes, Bushwick, BK. http://www.theskybox.org

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An AERIAL CLASS with Seanna Sharpe in her secret circus school at La Sala Circus Studio, the back room of Cantina Royal in Wiliamsburg, BK. Come learn to climb, wrap, drop, and swing on Cloud Swing, Trapeze, Silks, or Corde Lisse. http://www.lasalacircus.com

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RA Friedman, M.F.A., leads a half-day PINHOLE PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP, with demos and hands-on practice, using simple and commonly available equipment and materials. Create jewel-like, painterly photographs full of light and atmosphere. Learn how combining basic and primitive analog tools with digital techniques can open up new creative horizons. Class date will be coordinated with backers, but tickets are transferable if you can't make it. http://www.rafriedman.com | http://www.tsirkus.org

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TWO TICKETS to any Wasabassco burlesque show at The Bell House, City Winery, or Highline Ballroom between now and August 30 2013. Since 2004, Wasabassco has been producing finely curated burlesque events featuring the best and brightest performers that the art form has to offer. Varying in size from intimate evenings of cabaret to multi-night extravaganzas, Wasabassco always presents couple-friendly risqué fun and, of course, the finest in contemporary striptease. http://wasabassco.com

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TWO TICKETS to any Rubulad in 2013 - the longest-running underground party in NYC. Rubulad hosts enormous circus-like, art freakout, weirdo, rave-like happenings in the middle of nowhere. The parties are centered around a theme and are usually packed with hundreds of people. No, there's no link. We'll tell you how to find out about them if you get the reward.

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This elegant LACE COLLAR by Kambriel, which sits high on the neck with a motif reminiscent of ebony feathers and serpentine tendrils resting upon the collarbones and shoulders, is dripping with all of the sophisticated grace and romance of Paris. The choker has an adjustable chain closure in the back, and can fit sizes anywhere bet 12" - 15". http://www.kambriel.com

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Signed copy of PARADES, PARTIES, AND PROTESTS, by longtime participant Sarah Sparkles. This newly released volume is a photo journalistic account of art-based protests and alternative subcultures post-911 in NYC and beyond.

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A LIMITED EDITION SIGNED PRINT (unnumbered) of the hauntingly romantic illustration that artist duo Teetering Bulb created for our Drowned Ball event commemorating the 100th anniversary of the sinking of the Titanic. These are the last of the 12x18 prints on archival heavyweight matte cotton rag paper that Skink Ink Fine Art Printing created specifically for the party. http://www.teeteringbulb.com

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TWO TICKETS to DJ Spooky's Remixing The Museum concert at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on June 21st at 9:30pm. The audience is invited to bring their iPhones and iPads and collectively mix the soundtrack for a listening party using DJ Spooky's iPhone/iPad app. http://www.metmuseum.org/events/programs/concerts-and-performances/ipad-mixing-piece

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TWO VIP TICKETS to Wear Your Art chashama Gala afterparty, June 10 at Anita's Way alley near Times Aquare, celebrating the arts non-profit and New York City's artistic community, and announcing the winners of See.Me's international competition, Art Takes Times Square. http://www.chashama.org | https://www.see.me

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SIGNED LIMITED EDITION PRINT of artist Caitlin Hackett's painting "In Memory" from Samantha Levin Fine Art. Printed on 11x15" archival bright white Canon paper, the image is 9x12" and comes with a certificate of authenticity ($50 value). Only five of this edition of 50 will be signed. http://samanthalevinfineart.com | http://www.caitlinhackett.com

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Admission for one to a BUNGEE CLASS created exclusively for our backers at The Muse training facility in Williamsburg, BK. Bungee is an art form involving hanging suspended in a 2 point harness attached to long lengths of bungee cord. The class consists learning to balance your body in the air utilizing the arms and legs to control your flight. http://www.themusebrooklyn.com

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Two VIP TICKETS for you and a friend to any one G&S event through the end of 2013 (excluding Banya, holiday or sold-out events).

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Two TICKETS to any Monday night performance of Cynthia Von Buhler's "Speakeasy Dollhouse" (pending availability), an immersive theatrical experience that is a true tale of bootlegging, mafia, infidelity, and murder set in Prohibition-era New York City. http://www.speakeasydollhouse.com

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TWO TICKETS to any show at Joe’s Pub at the Public Theater (pending availability) in 2013. Joe’s Pub is one of NYC’s premier performance spaces, hosting up to three different shows every night of the week, from Inuit throat singing to fearless cabaret to German techno-pop. http://www.joespub.com

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TWO TICKETS to any White Mischief event in 2013. Founded in 2007, White Mischief curates events and parties around London and at some of the UK's best festivals -- they are the Gemini & Scorpio of London. Unique live musical acts and DJs playing vintage music are interspersed with some of the most astonishing vaudeville and circus performers around: everything from aerial acrobats to upside-down escapeologists and Guinness World Record-holding sword swallowers. http://www.whitemischief.info

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CUSTOM REWARD for Kim: 2 printed undies ($30 each).

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A hand-stuffed yellow MARSHMALLOW PEEP COSTUME, as worn by the peep pole dancer at our Peepshow Carnival (Leukemia and Lymphoma Society fundraiser) at the loft. And we'll tweet a photo of you wearing it!

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FLESHBOT SEXY PARTY PACKAGE for one, including free drinks, a complete collection of Fleshbot Fiction ebooks, and a Fleshbot Friday VIP gift bag including sex toys, condoms, and a special gift. Redeem in person at any monthly Fleshbot Friday party through 2013. From the hottest sex & culture website, the parties bring you the hottest pornstars, the hottest burlesque acts, sexy trivia, drink specials, and fabulous prizes for a lucky few attendees. http://fleshbotfriday.com | http://fleshbotfiction.com

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TWO VIP TICKETS to Drinking the Elixir of an Alchemical Mind, at the Loft on Sat, 6/15. You've seen The House of St. Eve (THoSE) drinks in nearly every party invite in the last three years, and perhaps have even cautiously imbibed of one. At last, their creator herself will pour her private libations in public, for the first time since 2010. VIP admission includes intimate drinks tasting with food pairings before the bigger party starts and an enlightening session with the creator pouring limited editions of new concoctions not yet for sale. This ticket level is ONLY available via Kickstarter. Optional: a custom level that includes a presale-only sampler gift bag of THoSE drinks for $100 ($120 value). Party info: http://www.geminiandscorpio.com/events.html (no, you can't locate THoSE drinks via the web)

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A pair of Lamia Akar's fabulously sexy (and incredibly comfortable) BLACK MINI GLOVES. Made of super soft leather, these gloves look like your hands were made to wear them. http://lamiadesigns.com

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A FAVOR - next time you're stuck, shoot Miss Scorpio an email for assistance. Possible uses: booking a particular act, finding a party venue, finding out an address of a secret party, learning a Photoshop/design tip, getting a styling tip, etc. Redeemable at any time.

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A TICKET to our official loft launch Champagne "Thank You" Gala, after some of the improvements have been made. Backers get first peek at the new-and-improved loft. If you want this plus another reward, let us know, and we'll make a custom package for you. INCLUDED WITH ALL REWARD LEVELS OVER $200.

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COILHOUSE MAGAZINE's very last print issue ($15 value) packaged with a 19×25" COMMEMORATIVE SERIGRAPH by Molly Crabapple ($65 value) and a matching BUTTON. The magazine is a breathtakingly designed and printed "love letter to alternative culture," and the print, designed for Coilhouse's 2012 Birthday Party that G&S co-presented, is hand-silkscreened in matte red and semi-gloss black ink onto smooth 100+ paper stock, with a thick border of white paper. These are the last prints available. [It'll cost us at least $20 to ship this...] http://www.coilhouse.net

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G&S BUNDLE including a hand-written thank you POSTCARD, the Black and White Ball POSTER and Masquerade Macabre FLASK listed at the $25, $35, and $40 levels. Plus, a DOWNLOAD of Sxip Shirey's album Sonic NY.

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An oversized, limited-edition "Evening with Neil Gaiman and Amanda Palmer" black velvet on parchment POSTER created from a cut paper double portrait silhouette by award-winning artist Cynthia von Buhler, signed by Cynthia, Amanda, and Neil. The poster was designed exclusively as a Kickstarter backer reward for the event, and is not currently available for sale. This is a copy directly from the artist. http://www.cynthiavonbuhler.com

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One hour CONSULTATION over a beverage of your choice (in person or Skype) with Miss Scorpio on event production, branding, marketing, PR, promotion -- or we can discuss your pets, love life, or mom issues.

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A hand silkscreened and signed 19x24 ART PRINT of "Utopia in our Time" by Molly Crabapple, an internationally-renown artist with her own instantly recognizable unique style. These prints are not available for sale outside of this campaign. http://www.mollycrabapple.com

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Full TAROT READING by Beneath the Half-Moon co-founder and witchy maiden Katelan Foisy. Full reading includes 4 decks and as many questions as you like, in person or over Skype. http://www.katelanfoisy.com

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VIP COMPS for you and a friend to all G&S events and all events happening at the loft through the end of 2013 (excluding Banya, holiday or sold-out events).

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VIP COMPS for you and a friend to all House of Scorpio Lip Service makeout parties through the end of 2013, taking place every second Friday at the sexy private lounge upstairs at Madame X, 94 W Houston St. These are the only makeout parties in NYC, and yes, they're as much fun as you think they are. http://www.houseofscorpio.com

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BEER & BBQ. Admission for TWO to an authentic Texas-style BRISKET BARBECUE slow-smoked for you by former Village Voice food critic ROBERT SIETSEMA on our loft's expansive rooftop on Sun, June 23. Homestyle sides, dessert & beer are included.

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A Skype tarot and whispered confessions date with the danger dame herself, burlesque bombshell VERONICA VARLOW, mistress of the School of Deadly Charms. She will make you a secret mojo bag while you talk, enchanted with spells of your choosing. http://dangerdame.com

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Include one line of poetry/wishes/inspiration/ideas/outreach/love note in our weekly events NEWSLETTER going out to over ten thousand in the creative underground community (we're the second-largest such list in NYC). No advertising or hate-speech; creative opportunities OK. http://www.geminiandscorpio.com/subscribe.html

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A 12x16 signed archival ART PRINT of your choice from the moody pinhole photography images that RA Friedman showed in his September 2012 Ven and Vaida show. The prints are made with the latest piezography technique: using monochromatic inks and special software for richest, deepest, luminous black tones. http://tsirkusfotografika.blogspot.com/2013/04/pinhole-images-from-ven-and-vaida-show.html

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Gemini & Scorpio POWER PACK: one hour consultation AND a favor, as outlined in the $75 and $100 reward levels.

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A NYC CANOE RIDE for two under the Brooklyn Bridge, with a personal and charming guide who will mix you cocktails while you're out on the water. Few dates could be better. You could even propose.

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VIP COMPS for you and a friend to any one G&S event through the end of 2013 (excluding Banya, holiday or sold-out events), plus two Champagne "Thank You" Gala tickets.

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A one day RENTAL (8hrs) at Forgotten Works Studio, a DUMBO, Brooklyn ground floor photography studio with 16' ceilings and a collection of sets, vintage furniture, carousel horses, and a wide variety of props. http://www.forgottenworksstudio.com

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Miss Scorpio and her partner, lexicographer Jesse Sheidlower, are privately known for their elaborate DINNER PARTIES. A semi-annual favorite is their sTew gathering, where 50-60 Interesting People gather over multiple vats of vegetarian stew. This reward is good for an invite for two to one of these parties. Wine included; Manhattan location. More on Jesse's skillz and the dinners: http://www.foodandwine.com/articles/the-definition-of-a-perfect-host

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VIP MOVIE NIGHT for up to 10 people at The Windmill Factory, an art loft in the heart of Williamsburg, Brooklyn. Popcorn made to order, blankets spread out, a projector and huge screen, and a movie of your choice. http://www.thewindmillfactory.com

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VIP COMPS for you and a friend to all G&S events and all events happening at the loft through the end of 2013 (excluding Banya, holiday or sold-out events), plus two Champagne "Thank You" Gala tickets.

Estimated delivery:Jun 2013

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ONE MYSTERY KEY to The 13 Portals - the first of only 59 very special keys that allow you to crack Portal 13 once you have passed through all of the others. Having one of these keys is essential to receiving the final experience, which is presented to you by Nicolina, Perola Bonfanti, The Free Art Society and Antidote Games. [NYC location] http://www.13portals.com

Estimated delivery:Jul 2013

Only ships to: United States

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Pledge $240 or more

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NAMING RIGHTS for the beautiful carousel horse in the loft, and a PHOTOSHOOT with it, for up to three people. We'll tweet your pic, too.

Estimated delivery:Jun 2013

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Pledge $250 or more

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An AFTER-HOURS TOUR for two of American Museum of Natural History, with a champagne toast in the Hall of Ocean Life under the giant blue whale, a surprise souvenir from the gift shop, and a photo op with the T-Rex…before he comes alive. http://www.amnh.org

Estimated delivery:Jun 2013

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ARTIST'S PROOF from DJ Spooky's Antarctica project. DJ culture has always been fascinated with the concept of cool. But DJ Spooky decided to get to the core of the phenomenon: He went to Antarctica. Spooky recorded sounds and images from the continent, and brought back the concept for a new multimedia compositon involving music, text, and images. http://www.djspooky.com/antarctica

Estimated delivery:Jun 2013

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Two and a half hour TAROT PARTY with the marvelous Marcy Currier. Good for you and up to 14 of your friends. http://www.metamarcy.com

Estimated delivery:Jun 2013

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Pledge $275 or more

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VIP COMPS for you and a friend to all G&S events and all events happening at the loft through the end of 2013 (excluding Banya, holiday or sold-out events), plus comps to all House of Scorpio Lip Service makeout parties, and two Champagne "Thank You" Gala tickets.

Estimated delivery:Jun 2013

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Pledge $300 or more

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Miss Scorpio and her partner, lexicographer Jesse Sheidlower, are privately known for their elaborate dinner parties. We're going to host one formal vegetarian 5-course DINNER for only six backers, and this reward is good for an invite for two. Wine included; Manhattan location. More on Jesse's skillz and the dinners: http://www.foodandwine.com/articles/the-definition-of-a-perfect-host

Estimated delivery:Jun 2013

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A DELUXE AFTER-HOURS TOUR for two of American Museum of Natural History, with a champagne toast in the Hall of Ocean Life under the giant blue whale, a surprise souvenir from the gift shop, and a photo op with the T-Rex...before he comes alive. This one also includes access to special exhibits (whales, butterflies, planetarium show, etc), worth $120 for two. This is the LAST after-hours tour available. http://www.amnh.org

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Pledge $400 or more

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G&S DOES PR for your NYC art, music or theatrical event. Includes two personalized blasts to a hand-selected list of NYC press people. We handle PR not just for ourselves but for select cultural entities like FIGMENT NYC & Maker Faire NY, with resulting articles in every major press outlet. (Indie/arty events only; no corporate PR. We normally charge $1k+ for this service. Please check with us first to make sure your event is a fit.)

Pledge $450 or more

A PHOTOSHOOT in the loft by a professional photographer, utilizing Miss Scorpio's famous costuming collection and styling skills (best for those who can fit into women's sizes 6-12). Up to two people.

Estimated delivery:Jun 2014

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Pledge $500 or more

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Miss Scorpio will be your PERSONAL GUIDE to a unique and exciting evening in the NYC cultural underground. An adventure for up to two people, tailored to your interests, that could include one of the other experience rewards seen here. Miss Scorpio will even drive.

Estimated delivery:Jun 2013

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Pledge $500 or more

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Sxip Shirey will compose for you your own PERSONAL THEME SONG. Use it as your ringtone, or as entrance music every time you walk into a room. http://www.sxipshirey.com

Estimated delivery:Jun 2013

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Pledge $500 or more

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PS122 WITH AMANDA PALMER. On June 10th, PS122 will honor Amanda Palmer, Gabrielle Hamilton, and Councilwoman Rosie Mendez at their 2013 Spring Gala. This reward is for a pair of VIP tickets to the event, where you'll hang out with AFP & other attendees through the evening's festivities which include food, drink, performances, and more. Special appearances by Neil Gaiman, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Jherek Bischoff, Justin Vivian Bond, and many others ($700 value). For additional info, please visit http://bit.ly/PS122Gala2013

Estimated delivery:Jun 2013

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A RENTAL of the G&S loft, Mon-Thur & up to 75 people, for your private or public event. Anything goes, as long as you treat the space well and don't blast loud music till late.

Estimated delivery:Jun 2013

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Rooftop MOVIE NIGHT at the loft for you and up to 60 of your closest friends. You pick the movie; we bring the popcorn.

Estimated delivery:Sep 2013

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Pledge $700 or more

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A RENTAL of the G&S loft, Sun & up to 75 people, for your private or public event. Anything goes, as long as you treat the space well and don't blast loud music till late.

Estimated delivery:Oct 2013

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Pledge $800 or more

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G&S will set up a luscious CATERED DINING experience in the loft for 2-8 people on any available non-holiday evening, tailored to your dietary preferences and including drinks and wait service.

Estimated delivery:Jun 2013

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Pledge $800 or more

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A RENTAL of the G&S loft, Mon-Thur & up to 150 people, for your private or public event. Anything goes, as long as you treat the space well and don't blast loud music till late.

Estimated delivery:Jun 2013

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Pledge $900 or more

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A RENTAL of the G&S loft, Sun & up to 150 people, for your private or public event. Anything goes, as long as you treat the space well and don't blast loud music till late.

Estimated delivery:Jun 2013

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Pledge $1,000 or more

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A RENTAL of the G&S loft, Fri/Sat & up to 75 people, for your private or public event. Anything goes, as long as you treat the space well and don't blast loud music till late.

Estimated delivery:Jun 2013

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Pledge $1,000 or more

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G&S plans your EVENT (up to 100 people; you cover all costs aside from production fee): yes, you can convince us to do weddings & bar mitzvahs! We research & organize all details big & small, according to your preference. We've produced for entities as varied as BBC America & Amanda Palmer, so we can handle just about anything you throw at us. Let us know your crazy idea, and we'll make it a reality, on whatever budget you have.

Estimated delivery:Jun 2013

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Pledge $1,300 or more

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A RENTAL of the G&S loft, Fri/Sat & up to 150 people, for your private or public event. Anything goes, as long as you treat the space well and don't blast loud music till late.

Estimated delivery:Jun 2013

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Pledge $2,000 or more

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G&S plans your EVENT (any number of people/level of complexity; you cover all costs aside from production fee): yes, you can convince us to do weddings & bar mitzvahs! We research & organize all details big & small, according to your preference. We've produced for entities as varied as BBC America & Amanda Palmer, so we can handle just about anything you throw at us. Let us know your crazy idea, and we'll make it a reality, on whatever budget you have.

Estimated delivery:Jun 2013

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Pledge $4,000 or more

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G&S throws one of our CRAZY PARTIES in your living room (or any other accessible to you location), with any theme you choose, full bar, bands, DJs, and other fun bits of mayhem. We'll even invite some of our fabulous costumed friends, if you want.

Estimated delivery:Jun 2013

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Pledge $5,000 or more

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G&S throws you a PARTY in the loft (up to 75 people) on any non-holiday day, with any theme you choose, full bar, bands, DJs, and other fun bits of mayhem. Birthdays, weddings, corporate launches -- whatever you want (nothing that will get the cops called, though).

Estimated delivery:Jun 2013

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Pledge $7,000 or more

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G&S throws you a PARTY in the loft (up to 150 people) on any non-holiday day, with any theme you choose, full bar, bands, DJs, and other fun bits of mayhem. Birthdays, weddings, corporate launches -- whatever you want (nothing that will get the cops called, though). If you're looking to donate in this budget range, but would like a different venue, email us -- we have lots of options all over NYC, and will set up a custom reward for you that includes another venue rental.